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Instagram is testing Instagram Plus, a paid feature offering multiple audience lists, Story previews, viewer search, spotlighting, “Super Hearts,” and private viewing. Trials in the Philippines cost around Rs.100/month with a free first month. Instagram also plans to discontinue end-to-end encrypted chats after May 8, urging users to save data.
Indian equity indices closed higher on April 1, 2026, though gains trimmed as optimism over easing US-Iran tensions faded. Nifty50 rose 348 points higher (1.56%) to 22,679.40 and Sensex gained 1.65% to 73,134.34, ending a two-day decline. Broader markets outperformed, led by PSU banks, while healthcare and pharma stocks lagged behind the broader market trend.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi accused Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma of favoring one family and facilitating looting of state assets. Speaking at a rally backing Nazira candidate Debabrata Saikia, she also criticized PM Modi, claiming his policies prioritize foreign interests over India’s welfare and neglect the needs of ordinary citizens.
Karnataka unveiled a draft policy to curb student mobile addiction, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital use. Developed with NIMHANS, it includes teacher training, parent engagement, school-level digital policies, screen-time limits, offline activities, and Digital Wellness Committees to promote balanced, resilient students.
India will tour Zimbabwe for a three-match T20I series in July 2026 after completing their England tour. The schedule was announced with matches aimed at preparing the team for upcoming international assignments. The short series offers opportunities for squad rotation and player evaluation as India continues to build combinations ahead of major tournaments.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann presented a report card on rural development under the ‘Shandaar Char Saal’ campaign. His government spent Rs 3,847 crore on villages over four years, nearly double the Rs 1,883 crore spent by the previous Congress administration, accompanied by Rural Development Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond.
A tanker named Ping Shun carrying 600,000 barrels of Iranian crude is heading to Gujarat, potentially marking India’s first such import since 2019. The shipment follows a temporary US sanctions waiver amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. It highlights renewed India-Iran energy ties and comes as Indian refiners face supply pressures due to regional disruptions.
“Dhurandhar 2” is enjoying a strong run worldwide, grossing around ₹1435 crore. It is expected to cross ₹1500 crore but likely won’t surpass “Pushpa 2” or “Baahubali 2.” With no major Hindi releases until April 17, the film may continue its momentum and is set to finish as India’s fourth highest-grossing film, after “Dangal,” “Ba...
Rana Daggubati has teased his upcoming film “Neelira” as an emotionally powerful story deeply rooted in Tamil Nadu. Backed by filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj, it portrays conflict through a child’s perspective, highlighting war’s human cost. The film aims to connect personally and culturally, reflecting local sentiments beyond a typical war drama.
The office of Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh received a bomb threat via e-mail today, allegedly from a group calling itself “Khalistan National Army.” Security agencies were alerted, and measures around the office were tightened. Cyber teams are tracing the e-mail’s origin while police continue thorough checks, and further investigation into the threat is ongoing.
The Lok Sabha passed the AP Reorganization Bill, 2026, declaring Amaravati the sole and permanent capital. Supported by Congress, BJP, and TDP, the bill prevents any future changes. Congress urged special status for Andhra Pradesh, the successor of erstwhile undivided Andhra Pradesh after Telangana’s creation, emphasizing economic growth.
The Delhi High Court today issued notice to Arvind Kejriwal on an ED plea challenging his acquittal in excise policy-related PMLA cases. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma directed a fresh notice after Kejriwal failed to appear. ED argued the trial court erred, citing duly served summons. The case has been posted for further hearing on April […]
Layoffs at Oracle are driven by its costly push into AI and data centers, including large-scale infrastructure projects with OpenAI. To fund this rapid expansion, Oracle is cutting workforce costs while managing over $100 billion debt and rising borrowing pressure, aiming to boost cash flow, improve efficiency, and reassure investors globally.
Niharika Konidela, famously known as the Mega daughter, is busy as her production “Rakasa” releases April 3, 2026, starring Sangeeth Sobhan and Nayan Sarika, directed by Manasa Sharma. She announced her next pan-Indian sports drama, “Bhari,” with brother Varun Tej, directed by Yadhu Vamsee and budgeted at ₹60 crore. Shooting starts June 2026.
Senior lawyer Harvinder Singh Phoolka joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in Delhi after seven years. The ex-Aam Aadmi Party MLA and 1984 riots advocate returned to politics, having earlier quit AAP and briefly aligned with SAD in 2024, ahead of Punjab elections, boosting the BJP’s prospects significantly and strengthening its leadership base in the state […]